Feeling stressed about CAT exam prep? Learn 7 proven ways to beat exam stress and FOMO in 50 days.
Appearing for the CAT 2025 exam and feeling anxious, lost, or behind? You’re not alone. Every year, lakhs of aspirants go through the same emotional roller coaster — mock scores fluctuating, peers posting progress, and endless hours of prep draining motivation.
This blog by Quantifiers CAT Academy shares practical, psychology-backed strategies to manage exam stress, overcome comparison, and stay calm while preparing for the CAT exam.
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Stress = Normal. FOMO = Common. Both = Beatable
Focus on YOUR journey, not others' Instagram stories
Strategic prep > Panic studying
7 actionable steps to conquer stress and FOMO below
Result: Clear mind + smart strategy = CAT success
Picture this: You’re scrolling Instagram at 11 PM. Someone posts their 99th percentile mock score. Another friend shares their 50-topic revision checklist. Your coaching mate just completed their third mock of the day.
And you? You’re still stuck on Permutations and Combinations.
Your brain screams: “Am I falling behind? Is everyone else doing better? Will I fail?”
Stop right there.
This feeling has a name: FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out). And that knot in your stomach? That’s exam stress. Together, they’re the biggest enemies of CAT aspirants.
Here’s the truth bomb: 63% of CAT students report high stress levels in the final 60 days. You’re not alone. You’re not weak. You’re just human.
But here’s better news: Stress and FOMO can be managed, controlled, and even eliminated with the right approach.
FOMO makes you think:
This fear makes you jump between strategies. You try everything and master nothing.
Result? Burnout. Anxiety. Poor performance.
Before we dive into solutions, ask yourself:
Can you control:
Can you control:
This shift—from others to yourself—is where your power lies.
Why it works: A clear plan removes uncertainty. Uncertainty causes stress.
Action Steps:
The Problem: Every scroll increases FOMO by 10x.
The Solution:
Real Talk: That friend posting 99 percentile? They’re NOT posting their 20 failed attempts before that score. Social media = highlights reel, not reality.
Alternative: If complete deletion feels hard, use the “Ask Yourself” method:
Stop trying to study everything. Start mastering ONE thing daily.
How It Works:
Why This Beats FOMO:
Application:
When stress hits (and it will), your body needs a reset button.
The 5-5-5 Method:
When to Use:
Science Behind It: Deep breathing activates your parasympathetic nervous system. This reduces cortisol (stress hormone) and increases focus.
👉 Bonus: This works DURING the actual CAT exam too. If you panic, use 5-5-5.
Here’s a stress scenario every CAT student faces:
It’s 11 PM. You’re stuck on a DILR Set for 45 minutes. YouTube isn’t helping. Your notes are confusing. Tomorrow’s mock test is at 9 AM.
What happens next?
Option C is possible. Here’s how:
What happens next?
Option C is possible. Here’s how:
This isn’t just another study group where everyone posts mock scores. This is your 24/7 problem-solving headquarters.
The Real Game-Changer:
Most students waste 30% of their study time either:
This group eliminates all three problems.
Why Wait? The next time you’re stuck at 11 PM, you’ll thank yourself for joining today.
Your brain needs evidence of growth.
Create a Simple Progress Tracker:
Daily Tracker:
Weekly Review:
Why This Works:
Digital Tools: Use apps like Notion, Excel, or even Google Sheets.
👉 Important: Compare yourself to YOUR past self, not to others.
Stress doesn’t disappear. You need to manage it.
The Strategy:
Worry Time (15 minutes daily):
Fun Time (30 minutes daily):
The Balance:
Study Time + Worry Time + Fun Time = Complete Student
Here’s what happens:
Reality Check:
Focus on these instead:
Mock Test Strategy for Final 50 Days:
Analysis > Mocks:
One mock + 3 hours analysis > Three mocks + zero analysis
After analyzing 50+ CAT toppers’ journeys (99+ percentile), here are hidden truths:
Lesson? Your struggle is normal. Their journey was similar. They just don’t post the hard parts.
Feeling FOMO? Ask yourself:
✅ Have I studied 6-8 hours with focus today?
✅ Did I complete my planned topics?
✅ Did I solve practice problems?
✅ Did I analyze my mistakes?
✅ Did I revise weak areas?
If you answered YES to 3+, you’ve done ENOUGH for today.
Stop comparing. Stop overthinking. Trust your process.
Problem: Poor sleep = poor memory + high stress
Solution: 8-hour sleep is non-negotiable. Period.
Problem: Low energy = poor focus + irritability
Solution: Eat every 3-4 hours. Brain needs fuel.
Problem: Sitting 12 hours = body stress + mental fog
Solution: 20-minute walk daily. Non-negotiable.
Problem: Loneliness increases anxiety
Solution: Talk to family/friends for 30 minutes daily.
Problem: Burnout hits suddenly
Solution: If you feel constant sadness, hopelessness, or physical symptoms, TALK to someone. Counsellor, parent, friend. Mental health = exam health.
When stress becomes overwhelming, use these:
Immediate Relief (0-5 minutes):
Quick Relief (5-15 minutes):
Deep Relief (When nothing else works):
Scenario: You haven’t covered 40% of the syllabus. 50 days left. Panic mode.
Reality Check Time:
Can you still crack CAT? YES. But strategy changes.
New Strategy:
Important: 85-90 percentile still gets you into good B-schools. Define YOUR success.
Change your self-talk:
❌ “I can’t solve this”
✅ “I can’t solve this YET”
❌ “I’m bad at DILR”
✅ “I’m learning DILR”
❌ “I’ll fail CAT”
✅ “I’m preparing for CAT”
This one word—YET—shifts your brain from fixed mindset to growth mindset.
This is crucial. Don’t mess this up.
Days 43-46:
Days 47-48:
Day 49:
Day 50 (Exam Day -1):
Exam Day:
At Quantifiers CAT Academy, we believe:
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CAT Success = (Strategic Preparation × Consistent Effort) ÷ Unnecessary Stress
Reduce the denominator (stress), and your success multiplies.
You have 50 days. That’s 1,200 hours. That’s 72,000 minutes of opportunity.
Stop worrying about what others are doing.
Stop fearing you’re missing out.
Start trusting YOUR unique journey.
Your CAT story is being written right now. Make it a story of smart strategy, mental strength, and balanced preparation—not panic and burnout.
You’ve got this. Quantifiers CAT Academy believes in you.
Now close this tab, open your study material, and conquer today’s target.
The dream B-school is waiting. Go get it. 🚀
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Unfollow CAT preparation accounts on social media. Focus on tracking your own progress weekly. Remember: You only see others' highlights, not thier struggles.
Use 5-5-5 breathing immediately. Call your support person. Remember past successes. If panic attacks are frequent, consult a counselor NOW—don't wait for exam day.
NO. Absolutely not. Your brain needs rest more than information. Light revision (1-2 hours maximum) if necessary, then complete rest.
6-8 focused hours > 12 distracted hours. Quality beats quantity. Include breaks and self-care in your schedule.
This is common and normal. Mocks often get harder progressively. Focus on accuracy, not percentile. Analyze mistakes thoroughly. One week before exam, scores often jump.
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